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Pest Traps Being Set and Crop Protection Demand Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Seasonal staff are dispersing to set traps or the Washington State Department of Agriculture Pest Program’s annual search for invasive species, and global demand for crop protection products will continue growing as farmers work to protect yields and meet rising food demand.
Farm Aid to Virginia Beach and Crop Protection Demand Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Farm Aid is heading to Virginia Beach for the first time Saturday, Sept. 26, and global demand for crop protection products will continue growing as farmers work to protect yields and meet rising food demand.
Potato Wart Threat in PEI
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The National Potato Council, and 13 state potato organizations, have formally requested the USDA immediately reinstate a previous ban on fresh potato imports from the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island following the latest case of Potato Wart disease.
Do Good with Dairy
California Ag Today
California dairy families are matching donations during National Dairy Month to help provide milk to Californians facing food insecurity.
New Restrictions Issued as Screwworm Threat Moves Closer
Southeast Regional Ag News
New animal movement requirements are now in place as Florida and Georgia work to prevent New World screwworm from spreading beyond Texas.
Prison Produce, California Markets
California Ag Today
A California program is creating a steady market for locally grown fruits and vegetables while supplying fresh produce to state prisons.
PNW Fire Restrictions and EU Approves Tariff Suspension
The Agribusiness Update
Statewide fire restrictions remain in effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands throughout Oregon and Washington, and the European Union has approved a one-year suspension of tariffs on certain nitrogen fertilizer imports.
New Cotton Varieties and EU Approves Tariff Suspension
The Agribusiness Update
Cotton varieties with built-in color, greater heat resilience, and reduced reliance on water, fertilizers and pesticides will hopefully appeal to consumers, and the European Union has approved a one-year suspension of tariffs on certain nitrogen fertilizer imports.
Get help for mental health
Idaho Ag Today
Kathleen Jemmett is a mental health nurse and shares how people don't need to be scared to reach out for help.
Specialty Crop Farmers: Don’t Miss This FSA Deadline
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new USDA assistance program is accepting applications now, with an August 7 deadline.
What's in USDA's New Cotton Plan?
California Ag Today
Industry organizations are encouraging growers to take a look at a proposal designed to strengthen the future of U.S. cotton.
Exporters Push For USTR To React To African Meat Ban
Line on Agriculture
The Africa Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA) is under scrutiny by the U.S. meat industry due to trade barriers imposed by some African countries on American beef and pork.
Fresh From Florida Followers and USMEF Spring Confernece
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Simpson and the Florida Department of Agriculture are pleased to announce that more than 1.5 million consumers now follow the ‘Fresh From Florida’ on social media, and USMEF wraps up Spring Conference with a discussion detailing innovative marketing strategies.
Beef Counts Feeding Families and USMEF Spring Confernece
The Agribusiness Update
Washington’s Beef Community kicked off Beef Counts Summer Grilling by distributing 726 pounds of St. Helen’s ground beef, feeding 363 families, and USMEF wraps up Spring Conference with a discussion detailing innovative marketing strategies.
Space-Age Forecasting for Almonds
California Ag Today
California's almond industry is looking at new technology to improve crop forecasts before harvest.
USDA Unveils Great American Cotton Plan
Southeast Regional Ag News
New federal initiative aims to strengthen cotton markets, boost demand, and support growers facing economic challenges.
Summer Produce for Pies and Monsanto Settlement Dispute
The Agribusiness Update
As summer arrives, the abundance of U.S.-grown produce makes it the perfect time to enjoy fruit pies and other desserts that highlight their flavor profiles, and Bayer subsidiary Monsanto is disputing claims a proposed $7.25 billion class action settlement of Roundup litigation is unconstitutional.
Potato challenges
Idaho Ag Today
Potato growers face some hard challengesIt’s been a tough couple of years for U.S. and Idaho potato growers.
Could Tea Be California’s Next Specialty Crop?
California Ag Today
UC researchers are exploring whether tea can provide a high-value opportunity for growers adapting to changing agricultural realities.
Alabama Farm Federation Endorsement and
Land & Livestock Report
Alabama FarmPAC, the grassroots political action committee of the Alabama Farmers Federation, announced its endorsement of Barry Moore for U.S. Senate, and USDA continues to evaluate possible tariff relief options for farmers impacted by trade disputes and rising production costs.